Franchising News

A new breed of business owners are leading the way out of the economic downturn, according to the annual Simply Business Start-up Index, which reveals a 29 per cent rise in...

David Williams of RBS and NatWest provides some expert advice on how to choose the right one The number of franchise opportunities to choose from continues to increase, as franchising becomes a...

Independent franchise consultancy Platinum Wave is to sponsor this year’s Scottish Franchise Week, which takes place on April 29-May 3. Now in its 10th year, Scottish Franchise Week aims to inform...

The number of people in their 50s and 60s either starting a small business or freelancing for the first time almost doubled in the past 12 months, according to a survey...

Some of the UK’s top female business talent has been recognised at this year’s NatWest everywoman Awards. 2012 winners included 25-year-old Jessica Rose, who battled potential bankruptcy as she built her London...

Finance is available for businesses that do their research, according to the founder and CEO of private equity firm Hamilton Bradshaw. “Budding entrepreneurs are disappointed when they are refused finance for their...

Entrepreneurs who work alone instead of hiring staff in the early days of their business venture are more likely to succeed in the long-term, a study from the Bettany Centre for...

A series of free seminars are taking place around the UK to highlight the types of money and new investment opportunities currently available to entrepreneurs, small businesses and investors. Called Windows of...